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S5666Senate2015-2016 Session

Authorizes the issuance of on-premises liquor licenses to bed and breakfasts and restaurants which are engaged in the promotion of agricultural tourism

Sponsor William J. Larkin Jr.SD-39Affects Economy
Status
In Assembly Committee
Economic Development
Impact
Pending
Passage
Pending

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William J. Larkin Jr.

Senator · Senate District 39

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History

  1. Referred to economic development
  2. Delivered to assembly
  3. Passed senateVote 60–0
  4. Advanced to third reading
  5. 2nd report cal.
  6. 1st report cal.163
  7. Referred to commerce, economic development and small business
  8. Referred to commerce, economic development and small business

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Sponsor's memo

BILL NUMBER:S5666

Title of bill

An act to amend the alcoholic beverage control law, in relation to the issuance of licenses to sell liquor at retail for consumption on the premises of certain bed and breakfast facilities and restaurants located on land used in agricultural production

Purpose

To authorize the issuance of on-premises liquor licenses to bed and breakfasts and restaurants which are engaged in the promotion of agricultural tourism.

Summary of provisions

Section 1: Amends Section 64 of the Alcoholic Beverage Control law to authorize the issuance of on-premises liquor licenses to bed and breakfasts located upon land used in agricultural production

Section 2: Effective Date,

Justification

This legislation seeks to promote agricultural tourism in New York State Frequently agricultural tourism destinations are farm or farm related properties that offer unique historical charm and appeal. This legislation would authorize the issuance of on-premises liquor licenses to bed and breakfasts and restaurants which are engaged in the promotion of agricultural tourism, Such agricultural tourism events may include, but are not limited to, harvest festivals by the facility, farm themed gourmet dining experiences hosted by the facility, and other events where food an alcohol may be served,

Legislative history

New Bill

Fiscal implications

None

Effective date

Immediate.

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